Gynecology » Healthy Women » Osteoporosis Mammography Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Abnormal Pap Smear Breast Self Examination Depression Endometriosis Exercise Fibriods Hormone Replacement Therapy Incontinence Osteoporosis Menopause Perimenopause Premenstrual Syndrome Bone Density Testing Sexually Transmitted Diseases AIDS Domestic Violence Smoking Cessation   » go to Healthy Teens Bones are made up of calcium and protein. There are two types of bone, compact bone and spongy bone. Every bone in the body contains some of each type. Compact bone looks solid and hard. Spongy bone is filled with holes and found on the inside of bones. The first signs of osteoporosis are seen in bones that have a lot of spongy bones such as the spine, hip and wrist. Bones are always changing. Old bone is removed through resorption and new bone is formed. From childhood until about age 30, the bones become larger and more dense. After age 30, this process begins to reverse, bone is broken down faster than it is made. This process continues for the rest of your life. RISK FACTORS FOR OSTEOPOROSIS Menopause- due to lack of estrogen Diet low in calcium Race- white women and Asian women are at the highest risk Slender build Lack of exercise Eating disorders Family history of osteoporosis Some medications, diuretics, steroids, anticonvulsants Alcohol and tobacco use PREVENTION Hormone replacement therapy Increase exercise Healthy diet Increase calcium Discuss treatment options with your health care provider

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